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Poster Print : Thomas Telfords suspension bridge over the Menai Straits, Wales, built 1820-1826
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Thomas Telfords suspension bridge over the Menai Straits, Wales, built 1820-1826
Thomas Telfords suspension bridge over the Menai Straits, Wales, built 1820-1826. The original timber deck was wrecked in a storm, 1839. In 1940 the chains were renewed with high tensile steel. Part of London to Holyhead road carrying mails between Dublin and London. Hand-coloured engraving
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Bridge Civil Engineering Suspension
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the engineering marvel of the past with our Thomas Telford Suspension Bridge Poster Print. This stunning image, captured by Archive from Universal Images Group (UIG), showcases Thomas Telford's iconic suspension bridge over the Menai Straits in Wales, built between 1820 and 1826. Witness the beauty and historical significance of this architectural masterpiece, which was reimagined with high tensile steel chains in 1940 after the original timber deck was destroyed in a storm. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and inspire wonder with every glance.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 55.6cm x 42cm (21.9" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-coloured engraving showcases the iconic Thomas Telford's suspension bridge over the Menai Straits in Wales. Constructed between 1820 and 1826, this engineering marvel served as a vital link on the London to Holyhead road, facilitating the transportation of mails between Dublin and London. The original timber deck unfortunately fell victim to a devastating storm in 1839, but its resilience prevailed as it was rebuilt with even greater strength. The image captures the intricate details of this architectural masterpiece, highlighting its graceful curves and sturdy construction. The viewer is transported back in time, witnessing the grandeur of Telford's vision brought to life through skilled craftsmanship. Renewed in 1940 with high tensile steel chains, this suspension bridge stands as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation. Its significance extends beyond mere functionality; it symbolizes progress and connectivity that transcends physical boundaries. Through this photograph print from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are reminded of our rich civil engineering heritage and how these structures shape our landscapes. It serves as an inspiration for future generations of engineers who strive to push boundaries further. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured by Archive, we are filled with awe at both its beauty and practicality. This image encapsulates not only the magnificence of Telford's creation but also reminds us that bridges serve more than just their utilitarian purpose – they connect people, cultures, ideas across vast expanses while standing tall against
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